Covert Route to NATO: John Pomfret on the Origins of the Polish-American Alliance
After Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, the US more than doubled its troops on Polish soil, cementing Poland’s role as Washington’s strategic partner in the region. Melania Parzonka speaks to critically acclaimed journalist John Pomfret about the early days of the unlikely intelligence cooperation between the two countries, which helped Poland secure NATO membership.
The US Must Demilitarize Its Border With Mexico
From dystopian equipment like “robot dogs” to ICE’s for-profit detention centers, the militarization of the US-Mexico border has been accelerating. What is the history behind US border control, and what can the Biden administration do to prevent further violence and surveillance?
Sweden’s NATO Dilemma
The Finnish and Swedish bids to become NATO members mark a historical decision for Sweden to abandon its neutrality. But was it ever truly neutral?
Why This Is Not a “New Cold War”
“The ‘New Cold War’ label that has been lazily attributed to US-Russia relations in light of the unfolding war in Ukraine offers a flawed comparison,” argues Marcus Andreopoulos.
Why You Shouldn’t Underestimate Russian Trolls
With Putin’s invasion of Ukraine, Russian troll factories are once again making news. Often associated with easy-to-spot anonymous accounts that spew propaganda, today’s trolls have become much more sophisticated.
The Anti-War Left Are No Friends of Eastern Europeans
Since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, the Kremlin’s propaganda machine has found an unlikely ally in their criticism of NATO. Yva Alexandrova discusses the anti-war Left and what they get wrong about NATO’s expansion east.
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